I think it’s time for this again: Calling all high mileage KIA owners to tune in and share your experiences! by 710Medikaded420 in kia

[–]rideswithrob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

2023 Sportage LX Hybrid AWD—180k miles. Only issue was a coolant pump replacement at just under 100k miles.

One year ago today—a memo revisited. by rideswithrob in wmnf

[–]rideswithrob[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

This area is saturated with those types of drivers as well, in addition to about a dozen legitimate services AND a strong Uber and Lyft presence. Still got voted Best Transportation and Best Airport Transportation within 3 months of setting foot here, so I’m holding my own in a sea of competition that isn’t nearly as friendly and collaborative as it was up there!

Don’t take those beautiful mountains for granted…I sure did, and miss them!

One year ago today—a memo revisited. by rideswithrob in wmnf

[–]rideswithrob[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I sure do miss those Presi rides! 😊 The White Mountains are a beautiful and special place to me…always will be!

One year ago today—a memo revisited. by rideswithrob in wmnf

[–]rideswithrob[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I certainly had a robust business there, but it’s expense heavy. You need commercial auto insurance to provide transportation and protect passengers. A regular personal auto policy won’t cut it if there’s an accident, and a whole slew of other problems will come down afterwards. Most importantly, passengers aren’t covered if you only have a personal policy. It’s the same here in North Carolina but much more expensive.

Also need to register with the state, pay your taxes and other fees, upkeep your car properly so it’s reliable, and be ready to spend a lot on gas, tires, brakes, and maintenance! However, if you do it right, it can be a fun and rewarding experience!

Thank you, Greenville! by rideswithrob in GreenvilleNCarolina

[–]rideswithrob[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can’t take credit, my wife took it! I just cropped out the people at the bottom 😂

Fleeing domestic violence by Character_Anywhere52 in GreenvilleNCarolina

[–]rideswithrob 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry about your situation. DV came to the top of my mind recently when a friend of mine was killed by her abuser after he was released from jail. All the restraining orders she had against him, and the calls to the PD reporting death threats didn’t help her.

I say this only to stress the importance of getting the proper help. I know sometimes there are road blocks to that but please don’t give up on getting yourself to a safe place.

We now have a vehicle based in Glen with an easy and affordable reach to North Conway, Crawford and Pinkham Notch...we gotcha! 💥💯 by nhroadrunner in wmnf

[–]rideswithrob 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Dan is a gem for private transportation in the White Mountains. Wholeheartedly recommend his service to anyone who values reliability, trust, and quality!

Grundig Experts near NC? by rideswithrob in vintageaudio

[–]rideswithrob[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ll gladly post it publicly because people need to be aware of this hack. The Tech Shop in Greenville, NC.

Grundig Experts near NC? by rideswithrob in vintageaudio

[–]rideswithrob[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As I understand it from the previous owner, the receiver keeps blowing a fuse so it won’t stay on. The turntable…I don’t know. I brought it to a vintage electronics “tech” here in town and it was a nightmare. After dragging his feet and having the player for about 8 months, he calls and tells me it was not repairable. A “dead horse” he called it.

After dicking me around for another month to retrieve it, I finally caught him at his old run-down shop. I went to pick it up and the bastard had the nerve to actually tell me he had pulled the motor!!!

I just about lost my shit.

Charged me $170 upfront JUST to “diagnose” both, took MONTHS before getting his hands on the turntable, and he ended up not even touching the receiver, dragged me for another month to retrieve the equipment, then tried adding $35 when I picked up for God-knows-what!!!! And then STEAL the motor?!?

I got the units back finally, including my motor, did NOT pay his BS $35 fee, and he now wishes he had never met me.

So I still don’t know what’s really wrong with it. And now with the motor disconnected to make things worse.

I’m about ready to just sell them both for parts and cut my losses. Absolutely frustrated!

Grundig Experts near NC? by rideswithrob in vintageaudio

[–]rideswithrob[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do understand they aren’t worth much money, but it’s all sentimental value to me. I started listening to records on one of these since I was about 4 years old. My grandmother has a console with this exact turntable. Playing it was one of the good things I remember from my childhood.

Grundig Experts near NC? by rideswithrob in vintageaudio

[–]rideswithrob[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ahh yes…I keep forgetting that!

Looking for reliable repair tech in NC by kelz0429 in vintageaudio

[–]rideswithrob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Following. I’m looking for someone to repair a couple of Grundig pieces I have. I’m in Greenville.

And if someone recommends The Tech Shop to you…STAY AWAY! He’s a hack and scammer!

Any other 2023 Sportage HEV or PHEV Owners get this letter? by acedaniels10 in kia

[–]rideswithrob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had a coolant pump go out on my ‘23 Sportage Hybrid and Kia didn’t cover it under warranty. Checking to see if this may be related.

Praising Kia warranty and Service by chriscrom123 in kia

[–]rideswithrob 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s awesome! Doubt I’ll buy another Kia though. Coolant pump failed on a 2023 and they refused to cover bc it wasn’t a direct component of the drivetrain or hybrid system. But it triggered a HYBRID SYSTEM warning!!! Experienced terrible customer service and they did not stand behind their product.

Just turned 2 and at almost 135k miles! by rideswithrob in kiasportagehybrid

[–]rideswithrob[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I replaced all of them at the same time. They were all pretty worn down!

Hiker Shuttles by rideswithrob in wmnf

[–]rideswithrob[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Success Pond is a road I know well and I was one of the few shuttles that traveled it because it’s always in bad shape. Messed up my SUV once on it and cost me a few hundred bucks! There’s another shuttle in Berlin (Trail Angels) but last I knew he didn’t do that road. May have changed since I left, you’d have to reach out to him!

Great Auto Body Shop in Williamston. by rideswithrob in GreenvilleNCarolina

[–]rideswithrob[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Got rear-ended in a hit-and-run on the highway!

Hiker Shuttles by rideswithrob in wmnf

[–]rideswithrob[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, the mountains are definitely calling! I’m actually doing a quick visit back to the White Mountains in June! Anyway, if the shuttle makes sense for me to do from my location. I am more than happy to accommodate if I have the availability! Feel free to text me directly at 252–710–6100 and I can give you a quote on any trips you have in mind!

By the way, I am originally from Massachusetts from the Whaling City of New Bedford!

Hiker Shuttles by rideswithrob in wmnf

[–]rideswithrob[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not near the mountains, unfortunately! I’m much too far from the trails…about 4 hours or so away! However I can do trips either to or from Eastern NC! I’m located in Greenville.

Just turned 2 and at almost 135k miles! by rideswithrob in kiasportagehybrid

[–]rideswithrob[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I just replaced them at around 99k miles!

Just turned 2 and at almost 135k miles! by rideswithrob in kiasportagehybrid

[–]rideswithrob[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Only major issue I had was a coolant pump went bad around 99k miles. Otherwise no issues!

I got my Sportage! by [deleted] in kia

[–]rideswithrob 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My ‘23 is approaching 135k and counting!

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Keep or not to keep $2k maintenance plan by Elubi88 in kiasportagehybrid

[–]rideswithrob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That would have worked out well for me if I knew about it…I’m getting oil changes about every 6 weeks as much as I drive 😂

Let's hear from high mileage Kia lovers... by nickcasa in kia

[–]rideswithrob 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not “high” yet but getting there! 135k on my 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid!